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Handbook of Natural Pesticides: Volume VI: Insect Attractants and Repellents: 6 - Hardcover

Morgan, E. David

 
9781315893594: Handbook of Natural Pesticides: Volume VI: Insect Attractants and Repellents: 6

Synopsis

This volume addresses chemical interactions between insects and plants, such as feeding and ovipositional attractants and deterrents. It begins with a general introduction to insects in a chemical world. Included is a discussion of molecular biology and genetics in insect control, with respect to potentially inserting the genes for the synthesis of a protective substance into a crop plant. Also covered is the detoxification of plant substances by insects. This volume is especially helpful for chemists and biologists in the field of pesticide research.

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Morgan, E. David

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